PART 3 – OSAKA DAY 1 Last breakfast at Comfort Inn before checking out. Our train arrived on schedule. We arrived at our hotel after an hour ride. As it was still early and the rooms were not ready, the staff allowed us to drop off our luggage at the reception and look after it …
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Exploring Japan Golden Route Tokyo, Kyoto & Osaka Jan 2025 Part 2
PART 2 – KYOTO DAY 1 This morning, we took the 11 am Shinkansen from Tokyo Station to Kyoto Station. The Shinkansen line connecting Tokyo to Osaka is the Tokaido Shinkansen, Japan’s busiest bullet train route. The fastest trains, called Nozomi, take about 2 hours and 30 minutes, but are not covered by the Japan Rail Pass. For Japan Rail …
Exploring Japan Golden Route Tokyo, Kyoto & Osaka Jan 2025 Part 1
Japan’s Golden Route: Tokyo → Kyoto → Osaka Planning your first trip to Japan? You’ve probably heard people talk about the “Golden Route.” It’s the classic trail that takes you from Tokyo’s neon buzz to Kyoto’s old-world charm and finally to Osaka’s foodie heaven. And honestly? It’s popular for a reason — this route gives …
Shikoku Japan Self-Drive
Shikoku Japan Self-Drive Itinerary: Explore Japan’s Hidden Gem A self-drive holiday in Shikoku, Japan’s smallest and most serene main island, offers an unforgettable adventure filled with scenic beauty, rich culture, and hidden gems. Known for its stunning landscapes—from lush mountains to pristine coastlines—Shikoku is perfect for those who want to experience Japan’s natural wonders at …
Bangkok Thailand Dec 2023 Days 1 & 2
DAY 1 A good start to a day was to have a good breakfast. We drove 3 and a half hours back to Bangkok Airport to return the car. As we would spend the next few days in Bangkok city, a car would not be required. To reach the city, we used the Grab app …
Chiang Mai Dec 2023 Days 1 & 2
DAY 1 As usual, we arrived at the airport early and checked-in our luggage at the self-help kiosk. At the kiosk, we printed our boarding passes and luggage tags. After which, we dropped them onto the belt to be transported to our airplane. We then visited the Cactus Garden at Terminal 1 level 3. As …
Japan Kyushu 2023 Road Trip Day 8
Similar to last night’s dinner, the morning breakfast had a wide selection of food. We took what was just enough. This was the only hotel that provided free overnight parking during our whole trip to Kyushu. After breakfast, we proceeded to the longest Foot Bath in the world which measured 105 meters. This unique and …
Japan Kyushu 2023 Road Trip Day 1 & 2
We arrived at Incheon Airport 3 hours ahead of our flight. All visitors should arrive at a foreign airport as early as possible as we are not familiar with the traffic conditions. Take the metro whenever possible as it is normally the most reliable mode of transport. Book a hotel near a Metro station. If …
Shenzhen 2024
DAY 1 Bye bye Park Inn, till the next time. Today we will be taking the High-Speed Rail to Shenzhen. Inside the station, the place is clean and big. Here came our train. Similar to the previous train, it was clean, spacious, and comfortable. After about 90 minutes, we arrived at Luohu Port Station. The …
Guangzhou 2024 Days 1 & 2
DAY 1 We checked out of our hotel at about 8.30 am and started to make our way to the High-Speed Rail station at West Kowloon Station. From the last MTR station, we returned our Octopus cards to the counter and refunded the balance. From Kowloon station, we followed the directional signs and headed towards …









